Principal Clinical Scientist

Job summary

We are seeking a highly motivated and talented HCPC-registered Clinical Scientist to join the Synnovis Infection Sciences team at Blackfriars Hub, offering a specialist service to a wide range of complex patients. As part of the UK's leading and fastest-growing pathology company, you will work with state-of-the-art technologies in a dynamic and innovative environment.

Synnovis works in partnership with renowned institutions such as Guy's and St. Thomas' Hospitals, Royal Brompton & Harefield hospitals, King's College Hospital, Princess Royal University Hospital, and local CCG networks, with a commitment to setting the standard for the future of pathology. This exciting opportunity will allow you to contribute to the development and implementation of advanced diagnostic services while working alongside experts in the field.

This is a role for a Clinical scientist with experience in both Mycology and Bacteriology. They will be leading the Mycology service and helping to deliver a world-class service under the guidance of the Consultant Clinical Scientist. This will involve working at the new Hub Building in Blackfriars, which will be operational by summer 2025. The successful candidate will have the chance to contribute to service innovation and play a pivotal role in translating new assays and technologies into clinical diagnostics.

Main duties of the job

As a key member of the Synnovis Infection Sciences team, you will provide scientific leadership in the development and delivery of specialist Mycology and microbiology diagnostic services. You will be responsible for the validation, implementation, and ongoing evaluation of new molecular and non-molecular diagnostic assays, ensuring they meet the highest standards of quality and compliance with ISO 15189 and CEIVD/UKCA regulations.

The post holder will lead and support other scientists with in-depth knowledge around validation, Change control, SOP, training and competency documentation and implementation of new technologies. The post holder will be responsible for managing efficient organisation and work flow in order to meet deadlines for the Hub to go live.

The post holder will provide scientific leadership and work closely with the Cross-site Service Delivery Manager/Transformation lead, Senior Clinical Scientist, Lead Clinical Scientist, Clinical Lead, Operations Managers and Biomedical Scientists in order to ensure provision of a high-quality diagnostic Mycology service.

Key Responsibilities of the role:

• Leading and supporting scientists in the validation of new diagnostic technologies
• Overseeing change control processes, including the introduction of new assays and technologies
• Managing efficient workflows to meet project deadlines and supporting the transition of services to the new Hub
• Collaborating with service managers, clinical leads, and biomedical scientists to ensure a high-quality diagnostic service
• Providing training and supervision to laboratory staff, ensuring they are equipped with the necessary skills to implement new technologies
• Working with the Beaker LIMS team to integrate new assays into our laboratory information management system
• Ensuring the laboratory's quality management system complies with all regulatory requirements, including maintaining documentation and SOPs
• Participating in service development meetings, contributing to the Target Operating Model (TOM), and playing a vital role in the service migration plans to the Hub

Qualifications and Experience

To be considered for this position, you must have:

• HCPC registration as a Clinical Scientist
• An MSc in a relevant subject (mycology, microbiology, or molecular biology) or equivalent
• Proven experience in the design, evaluation, and validation of molecular and non-molecular assays
• Strong leadership, organisational, and communication skills, with the ability to manage projects and mentor junior staff
• Knowledge of quality management systems and regulatory requirements for ISO 15189 accreditation
• A track record of research and development, with experience translating new technologies into clinical service
• FRCPath Part 1
• PhD or equivalent higher degree with an emphasis on methods particularly related to mycology

Desirable qualifications and experience include:

• Willing to work towards higher professional qualification, for example: FRCPath Part 2, or working on HSST
• Experience in next-generation sequencing, result authorisation, and working in a UKAS-accredited laboratory
• Familiarity with Epic Beaker LIMS and other laboratory systems

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website.

Employer details

Employer name: Synnovis Analytics

Address: Friars Bridge Court, London, SE1 8NZ

Employer's website: http://www.synnovis.co.uk/